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Cool Link: 1950 Census

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Cool link 1950 Census

In today’s edition of the series, we have a Cool Link for the 1950 Census. 1950 census data was already available on different websites, but it was general population and demographic data only. The National Archives and Record Administration, or NARA, has now released complete records. Many of these records were unavailable to the general public prior to this release because the data fell under what’s called the “72 Year Rule”, in which the US government will not release any personally identifiable information until 72 years has passed after the date of data collection. With the 1950 Census, that time has come.

1950 Census Records

You can search the records by place, record type or even by a person’s name. This is great not only for historic population and demographic data, but also for genealogical research into family histories.

Continue your search with tons of local population and demographic data.

Cool Link 2021 State of Downtown Report

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cool link 2021 state of downtown report

Capital Crossroads has released its latest report for the state of Downtown. The annual report includes population estimates, information on construction and more.

For 2021, Downtown’s population reached 11,200, and is expected to rise to around 15,000 over the next 3 years.

2021 State of Downtown

For more local and national population and demographic data, visit:
Demographics and Population
US Census



Cool Link: The Columbus Bhutanese Community

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The Columbus Bhutanese Community

In the last few decades, the Columbus Bhutanese community has grown into one of the largest in the world outside of Bhutan, itself. Many of these immigrants were resettled in other parts of Canada and the US, but an increasing number of them have made their way to Columbus and Central Ohio. According to the Bhutanese Community of Central Ohio, the area’s Bhutanese population now numbers upwards of 27,000, and projected to surpass 30,000 over the next few years.

This community has already made a local impact, opening new restaurants, shops and cultural and religious centers across the city and region.



Cool Link: Old Maps Search Engine

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Old maps search engine

This link is a great resource to find old local maps for cities, counties and states from the US to around the world. For Columbus, maps go back to the 1920s, but other locations have even older versions. The maps are helpful for those doing research on this history of their cities.

Old Maps Online

Another favorite link is the Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps. These maps are even more detailed and you can view individual buildings down to the street level back to the 19th Century. These maps are available at the Library of Congress and require a bit more searching to find what you’re looking for.

Sanborn Maps

An 1891 Sanborn map of the Short North.



Cool Link Ohio’s Haunted Halloween Attractions

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Ohio's haunted Halloween attractions

Halloween is just weeks away, and although the pandemic continues and festivities have been greatly reduced, some haunted Halloween attractions will be open this season, particularly those that are outdoors. Today’s link provides information on how to find the best of Ohio’s attractions, both locally and elsewhere in the state.

Haunt World
https://www.hauntworld.com/ohio-haunted-houses
Haunt World has a searchable database of haunted attractions nationally, with everything from videos and photos to hours of operation and reviews. You can even order tickets.

The Scare Factor
https://www.thescarefactor.com/haunt-blog/2020-list-of-haunted-houses-in-ohio-open-or-closed-for-covid-19/
This site doesn’t quite have as much information, but it is still a good national source.

Ohio Haunted Houses
https://www.ohiohauntedhouses.com/
This site is specific to Ohio and does a great job of listing haunts by type, giving a breakdown of everything from corn mazes and haunted trails to safe Trick ‘r Treating for kids throughout the state. It’s definitely worth a look.

After the chaos of this year, we all deserve to have a little fun, but as always, be safe out there!